TEMPLE UNIVERSITY opportunity. engagement. discovery.

Your diamonds are not in far distant mountains or in yonder seas; they are in your own backyard, if you but dig for them.

Russell H. Conwell, founder of Temple College

ESTABLISHED 1884 TABLE of CONTENTS

About the University 2 Institutional Overview 3 Values and Mission Statement 4 Opportunity. Engagement. Discovery. 5 Finances 6 Areas of Focus 8 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism 8 Strategic Planning 9 The Temple Family 10 Students 11 Faculty 12 Staff and Administration 14 Alumni 14 Board of Trustees 15 Community 16 Workforce Development 16 Health, Education and the Arts 17 Quality of Life 18 Sustainability 19 Academics 20 Research 22 Temple Health 24 Campus Development 26 Athletics 28 The 12th President 30 Opportunities and Challenges 32 Qualifications and Personal Characteristics 34 OVERVIEW INSTITUTIONAL comprehensive institution, Temple within 200 miles of the city— University is a national leader in education, making Philadelphia a prominent hub A research and healthcare and prepares for arts and culture, history, sports, the largest body of professional practitioners in dining and entertainment, retail, Pennsylvania. Temple enrolls over 37,000 students, transit and travel, and of course, employs more than 8,700 faculty and staff, and has education. Philadelphia has more over 340,000 living alumni worldwide. Temple public art than any other U.S. city, about the offers over 600 academic programs from 17 schools including nearly 4,000 murals that and colleges across eight campuses. The main grace buildings across the city, com- campus is located in Philadelphia, the center of municating the essence and values UNIVERSITY economic activity in the state of Pennsylvania, home of each neighborhood, and the city to five Fortune 1000 companies, and a city designated boasts one of the largest contiguous as an emerging biotechnology hub. Temple is home urban park areas in the United States. to world-class faculty, nationally and internationally Temple University seeks a bold, inspirational leader with a proven recognized academic departments and programs, The grit, innovative entrepreneurial and a diverse student body that is inclusive of students spirit and dogged toughness of the city track record of achievement as its 12th president. The university from across the nation and the globe. of Philadelphia are embodied in the values is searching for a visionary and a compelling chief executive, an and culture intrinsic to Temple University. Temple’s R1 research portfolio, with $284 million in outstanding communicator, and an innovative and collaborative total expenditures for 2019, has more than doubled trailblazer who can build bridges with the many constituencies in the last eight years. The Carnegie Classification of Temple enrolls over Institutions of Higher Education designates Temple of Temple and elevate the university to its next level of greatness. as an R1 university in the “highest research activity” 37,000 category. Temple’s 17 schools and colleges offer students associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral (research and practice) degrees, as well as postbaccalaureate employs more than and graduate-level certificates. Since its founding in 1884, Temple University has remained committed to 8,700 providing superior educational opportunities for academically talented and highly In addition to its Main Campus in North Philadelphia, faculty and staff motivated students regardless of their backgrounds or means. Temple’s steadfast Temple has other locations in the city: Temple University Center City; the Health Sciences Center, over commitment to providing access and opportunity reinforces its purpose and also in North Philadelphia; and the School of priorities as an urban public research university. Now celebrating its 135th year, Podiatric Medicine near Philadelphia’s historic 340,000 the university remains committed to the ideals upon which it was founded. district. Regional campuses are located in Ambler living alumni worldwide and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and the university over hosts international campuses in Tokyo and Rome. Temple University Japan, the university’s only academic 600 programs Middle States designated branch campus, recently moved to a new building on the campus of Showa Women’s University in Tokyo. schools and 17 colleges Temple University sits in the heart of Philadelphia— the first World Heritage City in the United States and the second largest city on the East Coast. Eighteen campuses Fortune 500 companies are within an hour’s drive 8 of Philadelphia, and a total of 45 million people live

2 3 TEMPLE VALUES AND MISSION STATEMENT

Founded in 1884, Temple’s official motto— Temple’s history began Perseverantia Vincit, or when its founder—Russell Perseverance Conquers— Conwell—began tutoring reflects its students’ drive working-class people at night. to succeed and their ability In 1888, Conwell received to turn opportunities into a charter of incorporation accomplishments. Conwell’s OPPORTUNITY. for “The Temple College,” purpose was to provide Temple University is committed founded on the vision of education to those who lacked ENGAGEMENT. to the ideals upon which it was providing superior educational access. Temple’s earliest founded, which include opportunities for academically students were often referred providing access to excellent, DISCOVERY. affordable higher education that talented and highly motivated to as “night owls,” giving rise prepares students for careers, students regardless of their to the school’s mascot and further learning and active citizenship; backgrounds or financial means. team name, the Owls. Temple University educates a vibrant student body and creates creating a collaborative community new knowledge through innovative teaching, cutting-edge of outstanding faculty and staff who foster inclusion and encourage the research, and other creative and entrepreneurial endeavors. aspirations of Temple students; and Its urban setting provides transformative opportunities for engaged scholarship; experiential learning; and discovery of self, promoting service and engagement throughout Philadelphia, the others and the world. Temple opens its doors to a diverse community Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, of learners and scholars who strive to make the possible real. the nation and the world.

4 5 The university has an FY2021 operating budget Thirty percent of the 2020 first-year class is of $1.15 billion, of which 14% or $158.2 million first-generation students, and nearly 41.7% came from its state appropriation. At $925.3 of students identify as individuals of color. million, tuition and fees represent Temple’s largest source of revenue, accounting for At Temple, much is made possible by the 80% of the operating budget. Facilities and generosity of donors, including its more than administrative (F&A) recovery on grants, and 340,000 alumni. 2020 saw record-breaking other sources make up the remaining 6% of giving totals. When life was disrupted by operating revenue. In FY2015, Temple moved COVID-19 in the spring of 2020, the Temple from a central expenditure-based budget model community was hit hard. Donors rallied behind to a decentralized responsibility-centered Temple, giving generously in support of management (RCM) budgeting methodology. students, at-risk North Philadelphia neighbors and frontline responders. Bolstered by a huge

FINANCES In fall 2019, Temple enrolled 4,967 new first- outpouring of support and a commitment to year students, with an admission rate of 60%, furthering Temple’s educational mission, and it welcomed 2,210 transfer students. donations to Temple reached record levels in Twenty-nine percent of the 2019 first-year class fiscal year 2020, totaling over $107 million, is first-generation students, and nearly 39% of surpassing the previous fundraising record The university has an FY2021 students identify as individuals of color. set in fiscal year 2018 by more than $9 million. operating budget of In fall 2020, Temple enrolled 4,860 new first- Temple’s current endowment is approximately year students, with an admission rate of 71%, $604 million. $ and it welcomed 1,703 transfer students. 1.15 billion

14% or $158.2 million came from its state appropriation

80% or $925.3 million came from tuition and fees

Facilities and administrative (F&A) recovery on grants, and other sources make up the remaining 6% of operating revenue

Donations to Temple reached record levels in fiscal year 2020, totaling over $107 million

6 7 DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ANTI-RACISM

focus Temple University is committed to building a diverse Temple University has long been known for the distinct strength of its diverse student body. In educational community founded Philadelphia, Temple Owls have always been

of on respect, open-mindedness and recognized as hardworking, motivated and the appreciation of others. self-starting students from all backgrounds who make the most of every opportunity and take Its policies, practices and programs exemplify pride in the accomplishments they have achieved. the commitment to civility, nondiscrimination Temple has a demonstrated and serious com- and pluralism, encouraging dialogue that builds mitment to sustaining and nurturing a strong and meaningful and collaborative relationships inclusive campus community, capitalizing on throughout the university and its community. its demographic diversity to inspire meaningful

areas The Strategic Temple holds fast to the shared responsibility to engagement across identity groups in all their Planning Process enhance the quality of life for all members of the various forms. The Office of Institutional Diver- Temple community, providing a safe, welcoming sity, Equity, Advocacy and Leadership (IDEAL) will encompass and supportive environment in which to work, provides professional and cultural development, four phases: learn and grow, thus realizing the transforma- programming, training, and advocacy to Temple’s assessment and research, tional power of being a part of Temple. professional and student populations. purpose and vision statements, strategic pillars, and an action plan.

This initiative began with the Board of deans and vice presidents will provide STRATEGIC Trustees, through its Strategic Direction crucial input into the process from the and Long-Range Planning Committee university’s leadership. co-chaired by Trustee Steve Charles and PLANNING the current president. Executive Vice The Strategic Planning Process will President and Provost JoAnne Epps is the encompass four phases: assessment and In September 2020, executive sponsor of the planning initiative research, purpose and vision statements, Temple announced a commitment and chairs a small Executive Committee strategic pillars, and an action plan. to invest more than $1 million In October 2020, Temple announced that will guide and coordinate the pro- It will be the most sweeping analysis of in anti-racism education the launch of a universitywide strategic cess. A 42-member Steering Committee Temple and its future conducted in modern and programming on campus. planning process to guide the institution includes diverse representation from all times. Given the rapidly changing national through the challenging times ahead stakeholder groups including faculty, environment and the many challenges while staying true to the school’s mis- students, staff, alumni and community that American universities are facing (all Among other initiatives, the university will reinvest sion. The goal is to create an iterative, members. The Steering Committee will of which have been exacerbated by the in anti-racism education and training, advance core coordinated strategic planning process drive the planning process forward, COVID-19 pandemic), the need for long- curricular changes, prioritize the recruitment and that draws on the extraordinary assets think boldly about Temple’s future, and range planning has never been more retention of faculty and employees of color, create of all aspects of the Temple community engage the wider Temple community apparent. The next president will have a a Center for Anti-Racism Research, and develop a chief responsibility in shaping the strategic bridge program for North Philadelphia students to and builds on Temple’s excellence as it in a forward-looking and ongoing help ease their transition to college. looks forward to 2034, the university’s strategic planning process. Finally, a plan, even as the forward-looking work at 150th anniversary. Futures Committee of representative the university has already begun. 8 9 STUDENTS the Temple’s students are the lifeblood of its community Temple’s graduate and professional students can and one of its greatest points of pride, and student choose from 181 master’s degrees, 53 doctoral learning is at the center of Temple’s mission. programs and 15 professional practice degree Temple is a place where the student world opens— programs. Temple University supports graduate TEMPLE FAMILY to people, to ideas and to opportunity. At Temple, students through fellowships, assistantships students can learn and grow and are free to explore (research and teaching), externships and internships. answers to their most pressing questions. They are Endowed scholarships, awards and prize funds encouraged to discover and pursue new ideas and to are also available and vary by school/college dream big. Hailing from all 50 states (plus the U.S. and discipline. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.) and 123 other countries, Temple students bring ideas Support of the student experience is fundamental and perspectives from a range of ethnic, religious, to every aspect of Temple’s mission, especially to socioeconomic and cultural experiences. They are the core ideal of “providing access to an excellent, dedicated, curious and adventurous learners both affordable higher education that prepares students inside the classroom and in the world. They apply for careers, further learning and active citizenship.” their intellectual intensity to all aspects of campus In alignment with its mission and goals, Temple has life. Temple enjoys an 87% first-to-second-year launched or continued several significant initiatives retention rate and a 61% four-year graduation rate. that are focused on opportunity, access and improv- ing the educational experiences of its students. These initiatives include % a tuition freeze for the 2020–2021 academic 87 year, implemented by the Board of Trustees in July 2020, which included no increase in the first-to-second-year undergraduate base tuition for Pennsylvania retention rate residents for the second year in a row. the Temple Option, launched in fall 2015, an admissions path for talented students whose potential for academic success is not accurately captured by standardized test scores.

the Broad Street Finish Line scholarship % introduced in February 2019, which aims to support first-generation college students 61 in earning a degree. Fly in 4, launched in fall 2014, a partnership four-year between entering undergraduate students and graduation rate the university to promote on-time graduation.

10 11 Temple’s faculty boast some of the world’s most acclaimed artists, scholars and researchers. Significant contributions to their disciplines, professions and soci- ety as a whole have been recog- nized through numerous awards, scholarships, fellowships and prestigious memberships. In addition, Temple faculty are the recipients of some of the most prestigious awards in teaching and creative work in their fields. They have mentored undergrad- uate and graduate students who have become some of the nation’s experts. and Biological Engineering; the faculty, through participation in National Humanities Center; the governance bodies and standing Temple faculty National Academy of Education; committees of their respective the American Academy in Rome; units, and through the university- includes members of the American Council for Learned wide Faculty Senate. The senate the National Academies; the Societies; and the American consists of representatives from American Academy of Arts Institute for the Advancement of all of the university’s schools and and Sciences; the American Science. Temple Faculty includes colleges and acts in an advisory Chemical, Mathematical and Cottrell, Dreyfus, Fulbright and capacity to the administration and Physical Societies; the American Sloan scholars. Board. University leadership and Academy of Arts and Letters; administration regularly meet with the American Institute for Medical Teaching and mentoring awards the Faculty Senate president and and Biological Engineering; the received by Temple faculty attend meetings of the Faculty National Academy of Education; include a Camille Dreyfus Teacher Senate Steering Committee or the American Council for Learned Scholar Award, induction into Faculty Senate to discuss the uni- Societies; and the American the Academy of Master Surgeon versity’s overall functioning, goals Institute for the Advancement Educators of the American and current issues. The Faculty of Science, to name a few. College of Surgeons, Alpha Senate provides regular reports to Omega Alpha Robert J. Glaser the Board. FACULTY Faculty have, and continue to be Distinguished Teacher Awards, awarded prestigious national and Irma Bland Awards for Excellence All faculty, professional librarians Temple University is home to over 3,900 world- Temple is composed of active scholars, creators international fellowships from in Teaching Residents, and Teacher and academic professionals in the class faculty who serve in nationally and inter- and experts who contribute significantly and the Ford, Guggenheim, Humboldt, of the Year in the Mass Commu- 13 schools and colleges enrolling MacArthur and Pew Foundations; nationally recognized academic departments globally to intellectual and artistic communities, nication Division of the National undergraduate students are the National Endowment for the Communication Association. represented by a bargaining unit, and programs at the university. The university’s innovatively merging research and teaching with Arts; the National Science Foun- the Temple Association of 13-1 student-faculty ratio ensures that faculty community engagement. More than 1,400 faculty dation; the National Institutes of The faculty participate in the University Professionals (TAUP). and students have the opportunity for intimate have terminal degrees in their field Health; the American Academy development, implementation, The TAUP (local 4531) is affiliated engagement and thoughtful in-class discussion. of Arts and Letters; the American management and evaluation of with the American Federation of Academy of Arts and Sciences; educational policy and curriculum Teachers (AFT), AFT Pennsylvania the American Institute for Medical as members of their school/college (AFTPA), and the AFL-CIO. 12 13 STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION

Their passion, talent, and commitment to the university’s mission Over 5,000 full- and are critical to ensuring the smooth and effective operation of Temple. Board of Staff members impact every aspect of life at Temple, from supporting part-time employees the infrastructure of the academic life of the institution, to maintaining a make up the dedicated functional, safe and beautiful campus, to implementing smooth-running TRUSTEES and indispensable staff and engaging athletics programs. Staff members also serve on various and administration of universitywide committees. In recognition of their essential contri- butions, the university offers a wide range of additional benefits to Temple University. employees, including tuition remission and professional development support. Many members of the university’s staff are represented by bargaining units. Temple University is governed by a Board of Trustees, which has overall Consisting of more than 340,000 individuals in all 50 states fiduciary responsibility and 143 countries, the TUAA has fostered lifelong engagement ALUMNI for the university. with alumni, students and the Temple family since 1927.

At Commencement, Founded in 1927, the TUAA trustee committees, representing all new Temple graduates become Parliament is the governing varied alumni interests. Other members of the Temple University body representing all Temple alumni serve on the Board of Alumni Association (TUAA). University alumni. It comprises Visitors for Temple’s schools and Temple University Temple alumni, representing a representatives of each colleges. These boards serve is committed to variety of disciplines and depart- of Temple’s school and as strategic shared governance ments, are widely recognized for college alumni associ- 340,000 Temple advisory coun- ations, regional alumni sels in key areas and is administered their academic excellence, and alumni globally alumni from across the years chapters, shared interest of operation in ways that allow the have made notable impacts on societies, the Owl Club, and planning to university to realize its their chosen fields and in their faculty and students. It exists as a support institutional advancement mission and goals to the leadership group to foster closer in terms of research rankings, communities. Consisting of more benefit of the institution, than 340,000 individuals in all relationships between alumni and curricular innovations, finances, 50 states and 143 countries, the the university, serving as a voice strategic planning, and other its students and the other TUAA has fostered lifelong for all alumni everywhere. The areas. Over the past decade, the constituencies it serves. engagement with alumni, students TUAA president enjoys full voting TUAA, an independent 501(c)(3), and the Temple family since 1927. privileges as an ex officio member has given several million of the university’s Board of dollars to Temple University. Trustees. Other TUAA leaders The university’s alumni giving serve on key university and rate is 4.9%.

14 15 Workforce DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY

The university’s Lenfest North Philadelphia Workforce Initiative (NPWI) seeks to enhance workforce and educational opportunities for local residents. The first phase of the NPWI focused on intensive research of community and workforce needs to ensure that the Temple’s Main Campus is job training, education and professional development located in a North Philadelphia programs offered at Temple are aligned to meet these needs. neighborhood rich in history, social fabric and architecture Temple is a central partner and leader in the North Broad Training Center. In December 2018, the Laborers’ that serves as the gateway District Council (LDC)—the only majority Black building to the north end of the city’s trades union in Philadelphia—held a groundbreaking ceremony for a $22 million, 66,000-square-foot training major corridor for arts and and learning center. Temple University will serve as culture. Promoting service an educational partner aiming to increase learning opportunities for LDC members and the surrounding and engagement throughout community. Philadelphia, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and beyond is a founding ideal of Temple and one to which it remains committed today. Temple’s students, faculty and staff are engaged in a wide variety of activities with its long-term neighbors.

These engagement efforts are HEALTH, EDUCATION organized around the pillars of and the ARTS workforce development, health and education, and overall quality of life improvement. Roger Ideishi, professor and former director of Temple’s For more than 40 years, Temple’s Pan-African Studies occupational therapy program in the College of Public Continuing Education Program has provided low-cost, The following is a representative Health, is working with organizations across the country non-credit instruction in both academic subjects and sample of the university’s to create cultural and community experiences with families work-life skills to the Philadelphia community. facing disabilities. The professor worked with the Academy community engagement efforts. of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia to design inclusive Temple provides academic enrichment, weekend and summer programming for children with sensory sensitivities. educational programs for students in preschool through high school, scholarship opportunities for students living Through grant funding, Temple’s Institute on Disabilities in the North Philadelphia neighborhoods, and free or reduced and students from the occupational therapy program admission to arts and sporting events for the community. established Adaptive Design Greater Philadelphia. The students delivered a ramp and other customized devices for students at the West Philadelphia HMS High School for Children with Cerebral Palsy. 16 17

SUSTAINABILITY

As an urban institution that is To reach its goals for sustainability, deeply engaged in the community, Temple University has made a commit- Temple University's commitment ment to examine all relevant decisions to sustainability can have a for its environmental impact, assess profound impact on the health current practices and performance, establish goals, prioritize plans based and quality of life of a large and on environmental benefits as well as diverse population within Temple cost effectiveness, provide adequate and its surrounding community. capital investment to fund the programs, The university is positioned to be an implement the plans, manage the proj- important educational resource for ects effectively, and conduct periodic teaching sustainability, with its three review and updates of program goals pillars of environment, economics and based on changing internal and external social justice. Temple is committed constraints. The expected outcome of to demonstrating the value of those these steps is the creation of a culture principles through its own example and expectation for environmental and through the activities it sponsors in action at all levels. the community, as the university aims to serve as a model for similar urban Temple University’s work will institutions and to burnish its national proceed in three broad areas. reputation for excellence and its com- mitment to principled policy and action. Advancing academic initiatives and research, creating sustainable campuses, and improving outreach and engagement.

QUALITY of LIFE

In spring 2019, North Philadelphia residents partnered with Temple administrators to form a special services The university is district—North Central Special Services District. positioned to be an Temple is providing funding for this important initiative. important educational For two consecutive summers, Temple has joined the resource for teaching city of Philadelphia as a partner in Philly Free Streets, sustainability, a daylong event that closes Broad Street to traffic to create a block party atmosphere. with its three pillars of environment, In spring 2019, Campus Safety Services led a bike safety economics program in three schools located near Temple’s Main Campus. Upon completing the program, through the and social justice. generosity of a Temple trustee, the students received new bicycles.

The Temple Community Garden thrives on a formerly vacant lot on Diamond Street. The garden is a site for urban agriculture and provides residents with access to free fruits and vegetables. 18 19 20 environments learning diverse and comprehensive nation’s most One of the ACADEMICS combine to create one of the and colleges and eight campuses this category. Temple’s 17 schools universities Pennsylvania in in category, or R1, one of only six thein “highest research activity” E cation of Institutions of Higher theIn latest Carnegie Classifi- ducation, Temple is designated n ments. Temple is among the and diverse environ- learning nation’s most comprehensive podiatric medicine. podiatric l enrolled the in schools of dentistry, approximately 3,900 students professional education with aw, medicine, pharmacy and ation’s largest providers of external programs. external with and partnerships exchanges programs, Temple through around the world country any almost in abroad study can students Temple citizens. global engaged become to skills life develop students helps and success professional augment to experience life provides education, student enriches study international Japan, and Rome in campuses its as well as programs, abroad education Temple’sThrough expansive beyond. and Korea South China, Greece, garia, Bul Spain, to Nigeria from globe, the around an impact making are Temple students student. agraduate is one only awardees, of Temple’sfact, at In year 16 Temple. final their in undergraduates to went research for received awards four the of three students, PhD given commonly to more are for research Awards Fulbright number. While 2019 its doubling Awards, Fulbright for selected were colleges and of Temple’s seven spanning schools dents 16 Temple stu- 2020, spring In awardees. Fulbright of producers top the among be to continues university member. The a Temple for faculty fellowship Carnegie afirst-ever and scholars, Goldwater two Scholar, and Knight-Hennessy scholar Rhodes first its including milestones, several celebrated recently Temple also

Fulbright Awards Fulbright were selected for 16 Temple students In spring 2020, - into the following schools and colleges. and schools following the into organized are programs Academic 114 certificates. graduate and certificates undergraduate 77 as well as programs, degree practice 13 and professional programs doctoral 55 degrees, 185 master’s degrees, 173 bachelor’s degrees, associate two Temple offers School of Theater, Film and Media Arts Media and Film Theater, of School Management Hospitality and Tourism Sport, of School and Technology of Science College Work Social of School Health Public of College Medicine Podiatric of School Pharmacy of School Dance and Music of College Boyer Medicine of School Katz Lewis of Media and Communication College Klein Lew Arts Liberal of College Law of School Beasley Engineering of College and Human Development of Education College Dentistry of School Kornberg H. Maurice and Management of Business Fox School Architecture and Art of School Tyler

619 academic programs including 619 including programs academic 21 22 cutting edge of discovery in basic and life sciences; knowledge enterprise that achieved has excellence at the Temple University is home to aworld-class research and face. Powered by $284 million research in compelling and challenging problems we research that addresses the most complex, and technology; and translational and societal the advancement of the frontiers of science RESEARCH across the Commonwealth, nation and globe. university our in North Philadelphia home and billion economic development impact of the enterprise is akey contributor to the $7.5 expenditures FY2019, in Temple’s research Research at Temple is equally focused focused equally Temple at is Research crisis. the address to studies research basic and clinical for funding in million $25 over representing vaccines, new test and treatments therapeutic advance to effort COVID-19 our research by exemplified as moment, the in face we challenges the to rises community research Temple’s development. equitable and sustainable for approaches and advance promote Communities Sustainable for Center the with together and Arboretum, Temple’s to connected education and research ecological support to Station Field Ambler the founded also they home, to Closer country. the within parks national two in biodiversity protect to apreserve Trust, National Haiti the create to effort the led have Biodiversity for Center Temple’s in Faculty strategies. leadership and educational outcomes learning better support to theories new and testing and developing planning; biodiversity support to technologies geospatial using diseases; metabolic for therapeutics novel identifying matter; dark of blocks building the discover to seeking animals; living of genomes from HIV eliminating processes; computational through materials new designing of forefront the at are faculty Temple’s distinction. this achieved to have Philadelphia in three and Pennsylvania in six nation, the in 131 of one institutions as productivity, research of terms in universities of 4% top the in ranked is that Temple signifies milestone of this achievement sustained The Education. Higher of Institutions of Classification Carnegie the by University) Activity High (Very 1university Research a as 2015 2018 and designations university’s the of driver akey is decade past the over growth funding Temple’s development. drug in efforts translational Temple’s leads Discovery Drug for Center Moulder university’s The fields. and genomics pulmonary, neurovirology, and neuroscience abuse, substance cardiovascular, in translational research and basic on centers biomedical recognized nationally to home also Temple is Pennsylvania. of Commonwealth the from support in million $3 with established addictions, with patients of referral and treatment the for center anew by shown as community, local our of needs the on productivity of research in terms universities top 4% of the in ranked Temple is 23 24 achieve outcomes once thought impossible. thought once outcomes achieve today, to the bedside helping them treatments tomorrow’s ofbringing acommon mission share who and scientists budget of$2.17operating 1,000 physicians boasts billion, an FY2021 with system, health The education. world-class and innovation, research, pioneering through clinical advances medical center, driving medical academic based amajor is Philadelphia- Temple System Health University TEMPLE HEALTH today bedside to the treatments tomorrow’s Bringing

TEMPLE HEALTH CONSISTS OF ReadyCare. TeamTemple and Transport Inc., Temple Physicians, Physicians, Temple Faculty Campus, Hospital–Northeastern Temple University Campus, Hospital–Episcopal Temple University Center, Cancer Chase Fox Campus, Hospital–Jeanes Temple University Campus, (TUH)—Main Hospital Temple University Temple Health in the following programs. in the following recognition specialties, with particular medical of complement full a offers Oncology Gastroenterology medicine and sports Orthopaedics Neurosciences medicine Cardiovascular 2017–2019) volume, by U.S. the in center transplant lung (No.1 medicine thoracic and Pulmonary liver, lung, kidney/pancreas) (heart, transplantation Organ alter the course of serious disease. serious of course the alter to working Temple is treatments, personalized and technologies sophisticated Using untreatable. considered were ago, years few a just who, patients for options breakthrough to offering dedicated are and scientists physicians Temple scientists. biomedical and of physicians generation next the to education medical providing Temple at University, Medicine of School Katz Lewis the with partner Temple an educational is Health 25 New buildings and facilities improvements include

Charles Library: the new state-of-the art library features a BookBot robotic retrieval system and spaces designed to inspire the creation of knowledge and engagement with people and ideas;

STAR (Student Training and Recreation Complex): an academic, intercollegiate athletics and recreation space that also serves the College of Public Health;

Howard Gittis Student Center Food Court and Atrium: the food court and atrium renovations provided expanded and new dining options for students, faculty and staff;

Bell Tower: the iconic center and heart of Temple’s Main Campus CAMPUS was refurbished and the bell chimes restored to working order;

O’Connor Plaza and Founder’s Garden: a central campus walkway, the garden underwent landscaping improvements DEVELOPMENT including installation of a fountain and a new owl statue;

Tuttleman Counseling Services and University Temple’s campuses have experienced significant growth Health Services: relocated to expanded and renovated space and renewal over the last decade. These improvements located on Broad Street;

advance the university’s mission and goals and secure 1810 Liacouras Walk: renovated space that created classrooms and meeting spaces for the Fox School of Business and Management Temple’s reputation as a premier destination for teaching, and the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute; learning and research Career Center: remodeled space that features new lounges for students and employers, redesigned interview suites, and monitors throughout to promote career events;

Student Financial Services and Undergraduate Admissions: significant renovations to both offices to provide enhanced intake areas for current and prospective students;

Temple Rome: renovations to the historic Villa Caproni building increased classroom space, enhanced technology, and provided more flexible teaching and public spaces; and

Temple University Japan (TUJ): a move to a newly constructed building on the campus of Showa Women’s University.

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Intercollegiate Athletics TempleThe University Department of student-athletes to maximize their athletic, academic and life-skill potential. potential. and academic life-skill their athletic, maximize to student-athletes diverse 1-A its for Division the at Temple and providing opportunities level Owls the for excellence and academic athletic both pursuing to committed is ATHLETICS and service to others. others. to service and leadership teamwork, as such values core through play of field the off and on both attitude awinning instill to aim Athletics Temple of administrators and coaches high-level The Eagles. Philadelphia the of the home Field, Financial Lincoln including area, the in venues top the of some in play teams its and (AAC), Conference Athletic American the of member afull Temple is With 19 varsity sports,

of Philadelphia of university with the city strives to the unify Athletics Intercollegiate of Department form of engagement with alumni. with of engagement form asignificant as serve also Temple Athletics student-athletes. its for success to path a charts Temple Athletics rate, success 91% a graduation with and majors different 88 representing List, Dean’s the on student-athletes 140 Boasting nation. the and of Pennsylvania Commonwealth the Philadelphia, of city the with university the unify to strives Athletics Intercollegiate of Department the Temple the story, of messengers visible most the of one As 140

on the Dean’s List student-athletes 29 Temple’s 12th president reports directly to the Board of Trustees and will join an energetic leadership team and a vibrant campus community. The president relies on the following officers and direct reports.

Executive Vice President and Provost Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Chief Compliance Officer Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Vice President, Information Technology Services and Chief Information Officer Vice President, Secretary to the Board of Trustees Vice President, Institutional Advancement Vice President, Research Vice President, Public Affairs Vice President, University Counsel The 12th Vice President, International Affairs Vice President, Student Affairs PRESIDENT Associate Vice President and Chief Audit Officer Chief Executive Officer, Temple University Health System Athletic Director Senior Advisor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Senior Advisor for Government Affairs

Current Temple president the university welcomed its largest and Richard M. Englert has been most academically qualified class of new at Temple for over 43 years— students and broke records for first-year a span that rivals that of Temple applications. At the same time, Temple’s founder Russell Conwell. faculty gained unprecedented national He is passionate about the success recognition, and its student-athletes of Temple students, faculty and staff, reached new levels of success on the field and is a stalwart champion of the and off. Englert has been an excellent university’s mission to offer a high-quality steward of Temple’s mission in his years as education that is accessible, affordable president. President Englert announced his and diverse. Under his leadership, decision to retire in July of 2020.

30 31 32 opportunities and challenges engages with every day. every with engages it community the by as well as faculty and students by realized of are Temple benefits the that ensure will president next The values. these implementing of record atrack have must and commitments and values those embody must president next the and education, through equalizer an and school Temple. atransformational Temple is surrounding community local the with engage and bridges build will president The community. ranging broad- university’s the up make that groups constituent all and neighbors institution’s the of admiration and respect the earning and role this to credibility bringing Philadelphia, of revitalization continuing the of forefront Temple the at position must president next The and diamonds the in in Temple’s community the invest backyard. generation. the next for businesses and technologies sustainable create and boundaries, disciplinary across discovery of fields new open problems, societal daunting most the solve development, economic impact to them allowing scholars, its for apath forge will president next Temple’s institution. the of bedrock the are faculty Temple’s research, and scholarship in engage to opportunity the and education afirst-class with students Providing Temple of University. president next the of goal acritical be will governance and engagement scholarship, faculty Supporting the of university. profile champion and to augment research the ability the exhibit Temple education. a of nature transformative the enjoy can background any from students that ensuring for ideas entrepreneurial and pioneering bring will they and affordability, maintaining and access advancing of importance the of knowledge deep have will They environment. educational exceptional and astudent-centric creating to committed inherently be will president Temple’s students. underserved particularly students, serve Temple’s devotion to an intrinsic to mission demonstrate status quo. reevaluation of the open to continuous foster aculture becriticalwill to a time when it the university at join will president Temple’s 12th the new president will the new president excellence, and inclusive tenacity innovation, of spirit this Embodying growth. and improvement reflection, constant partners—to governmental and educational and business, members; community local trustees; friends; alumni; leadership; staff; faculty; students; including Temple’s of community— members all diverse motivate and empower can who leader visionary a require will landscape education higher evolving rapidly the in place Temple’s Advancing In addition, the next president will also lead the university in strongest assets and partners. and partners. assets strongest Temple of and reach mission the one Temple’s of Health, advance and anti-racism. inclusion equity, diversity, to commitment of arecord possess particularly in an urban community. in an urban particularly healthcare, of academic and challenges role the understand must president next The resources. those secure and locate to fundraiser atireless be must president next Temple, the for case the making to addition In mission. its and university the support to aposition in those particularly constituencies, all to aTemple of education value the articulate to able be must president next The university. the of mission the support to engage resources in greater development of institution. the at constituencies all across others of appreciation the and thought nonprejudicial respect, of ideals the in grounded community educational adiverse empower and grow foster, to work will They pluralism. and nondiscrimination civility, of values core the share will president next Temple, the at underway already efforts anti-racism and DEI the advance and support to Working members of the Templemembers community; all of nature Made” “Temple the and university the of feel family the embodying and promoting and internationally; Temple’s nationally reach expanding and pride with Temple of story the telling of Temple; landscape scholarly the up making disciplines and experiences perspectives, background, of diversity the leveraging effectively and quality; of Temple’s rigor academic profile rising the upon building

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33 The next president will also

possess significant fundraising engage in the excitement and experience and business acumen competitive spirit of Temple and be able to find the resources to Athletics and value their deliver on the mission of Temple; importance and role within the research university setting; qualifications demonstrate the ability to think systematically and strategically to be committed to making a positive and personal develop and communicate a shared and long-term impact on Temple vision for the institution; and its community;

characteristics have experience managing large, display a commitment to complex organizations; creating and advancing a culture of inclusive excellence; have a strong track record of engaging with faculty in have a demonstrated record of shared governance; working closely with a board; Temple seeks a visionary president who embodies an entrepreneurial implement best practices and a be willing to challenge the status spirit, has an unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion as management culture of continuous quo thoughtfully and deliberately; an imperative, demonstrates a creative problem-solving approach, progress as the university and possesses exceptional listening and communication skills, has a its schools and colleges seek to demonstrate an ability to record of engaging with and advancing external communities in an improve student experience and communicate effectively across urban setting, is committed to transparency, and possesses deep desired outcomes; myriad constituency groups;

personal integrity. be supremely consultative boldly support and invest in and student-centered in all the academic priorities of the decision-making; university; and

support the management of share the core values of academic healthcare, including engagement, discovery and medicine, dentistry, nursing and a opportunity at Temple. complex hospital system;

34 35 For more information, please visit temple.edu For best consideration, please send all nominations and applications—electronically and in confidence— to: [email protected]

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